Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Guests reported issues with mould and staining in the room.
Service
9.77
Service was noted as rough with some staff being lovely, but overall felt busy.
Location
10
Perfect location with views, not located in a busy area.
Room Quality
8.76
Some guests found rooms dated with issues like poor soundproofing.
Amenities
9.79
Amenities were provided as expected for a hotel stay.
Value for Money
8.25
Guests felt the stay was overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
7.31
Food quality was disappointing and not worth the price.
Overall Experience
9.8
Overall a mixed experience with high expectations not met.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:19

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Luxurious Amenities

Located on Oban's Esplanade, the hotel offers breathtaking sea views of Mull, Kerrera, and the Firth of Lorne. The sun lounge provides a perfect spot to enjoy these vistas, while all rooms are equipped with modern conveniences including free WiFi.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary journey at The Grill Room, the hotel's award-winning restaurant. With an à la carte menu showcasing fresh local seafood and organic produce, guests can savor exquisite meals throughout the day. The bar also offers a variety of delicious options.

Relaxation and Leisure Options

Unwind in the indoor steam room or sauna, or opt for exclusive pampering in the outdoor hot tub, Swedish sauna, steam room, and relaxation area on the Sea Deck. Guests can also enjoy discounted rates at the nearby Glencruitten Golf Club or embark on a whale-watching adventure.

Important information:

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of 25 GBP per day.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be on a lead at all times and are prohibited from dining areas.

Please note all spa treatments should be booked directly with the hotel prior to arrival.

Parking is extremely limited at Oban Bay Hotel. Alternative free car parking is available a 2-minute walk from the hotel.

Please note that for group reservations to 5 rooms or more rather than 15 guests, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The property will contact you directly with this information.

Please note that lunch and dinner can be purchased separately and are not included in the rate.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3051 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 9.77
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.76
Amenities: 9.79
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 7.31
Overall Experience: 9.8
R
Richard couple gb
8
Ice
Pros:

The bar staff and dinner and the oysters for breakfast.

Cons:

It was packed full of coach parties. Americans. Noisy Americans.

2026-09-11 via Nuitee
H
Helen couple gb
8
Comfortable
Pros:

Nice views. Booked a small room and a little cramped.

Cons:

Lavk of parking!

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
B
Bridget couple gb
10
Fabulous stay booked up again before we left!!!!
Pros:

The breakfasts were fabulous!a big choice.....the grill room staff were young but so o capable...nothing was a prroblems & Charlie Noah Junior & Daniel were a joy!

Cons:

Nothing it was perfect!!

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
M
Marcia solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Very nice room. Loved the AC

Cons:

There was a Tuesday fire alarm. No announcement was made that “this is just a test “ nor one to say that everything is fine.
Staff was very unconcerned that it was very disruptive to me. They just said there are postings that every Tuesday they test their fire alarm.
I gathered up a few things and headed to the stairs. I then called the hotel to find out it was only a test.
It was terrible.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
D
Deulty solo_traveller fr
7
2026-09-10 via Nuitee
W
Ward solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff very friendly and helpful.
Spa facility excellent
Breakfast outstanding and Grill Room restaurant food exceptional.

Cons:

Room needed a wee lick of paint as it was a little tired looking.

Also window in room very drafty and could do with seal being replaced.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
9
Great couple of days with good views and welcoming for our dog
Pros:

Breakfast was good with good choice.

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
7
Enjoyable hotel except for bed which need new mattress and new topper and new duvet plus pillows.
Pros:

Breakfast very good

Cons:

The bed was terrible very uncomfortable. Lumpy pillows very lumpy duvet making it ineffective and uncomfortable. The mattress with the mattress topper was bulging in the middle leading to slopes to the edge of the bed and danger of falling out of bed. This lead to very poor sleep and discomfort.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
H
Heather family_with_children us
9
Very enjoyable location.
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff. Nice dinners in hotel. Great location.

Cons:

Wifi in room was poor.

2026-09-09 via Nuitee
D
Duane solo_traveller gb
7
2026-09-08 via Nuitee
K
Keri solo_traveller gb
7
Overall great time and good relaxing location. The room in hotel could be cleaner
Pros:

The location was great with fabulous views at the front
the spa was convenient within the building with options for sauna, hot tub, steam room and a shower.
breakfast was fantastic and good service

Cons:

The view out the window was had weeds
The room was not cleaned properly, the hot tub was right beside where people eat so they could come right up - and there was a window right there with no curtain at all so felt very close and uncomfortable.

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
G
Gillian couple gb
8
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Location & service

Cons:

Room size & room extras

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
E
Edel couple ie
10
Warm, old worldly, friendly, welcoming
Pros:

Loved the old worldly hotel feel of the place. It’s like what a proper warm and personable hotel should be,

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
P
Patricia solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything
Staff lovely

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
H
Helen solo_traveller gb
9
2026-09-08 via Nuitee
P
Pluta solo_traveller de
5
2026-09-07 via Nuitee
I
Iris solo_traveller gb
10
Clean and Comfortable. Staff very helpful and location was great. Would definitely recommend this hotel
Pros:

Clean and very comfortable

Cons:

No info in the room. Not everyone knows how to scan

2026-09-07 via Nuitee
A
Alan family_with_children gb
7
Fine for a weekend getaway
Pros:

location was good and overall standard of hotel was fine

Cons:

Tired beds - very worn furniture

2026-09-07 via Nuitee
W
Wood solo_traveller gb
8
It was a nice hotel and the breakfast was good
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Not the best for parking especially with motorbike

2026-09-06 via Nuitee
S
stephanie couple gb
8
Good overnight stay
Pros:

Nice property overlooking the bay
Staff friendly
Snacks in room generous and lovely bath products
Excellent breakfast- hot, tasty and came out promptly

Cons:

Very limited parking

2026-09-06 via Nuitee